1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1969 MG MGB
To start off, 1969 MG MGB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1969 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 550 kg more than 1969 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1969 MG MGB | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 250 GTE | MGB |
Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2951 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |